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We crunched all the numbers for your 2026 holiday calendar. The UAE’s new transferable holiday rule helps you plan. This rule gives you flexibility for longer getaways. You do not need to stare at the calendar for hours. We have already done the hard work for you. UAE public holidays in 2026 offer many time-off opportunities. A few well-placed leave days turn into blissful mini-vacations. You can save your valuable annual leave balance easily.
The year begins with an easy win for everyone. New Year’s Day falls on a Thursday, January 1. If the government transfers the holiday, you get a three-day weekend. With one annual leave day on Friday, January 2, you get a four-day break. This includes your usual Saturday-Sunday weekend.
The UAE marks Eid Al Fitr with three public holidays. This non-transferable Islamic holiday is predicted to fall Friday to Sunday. Predicted dates are March 20 to March 22, 2026. Official committees will confirm the exact dates after the moon sighting.
Smart Planning Tip Request annual leave Monday to Thursday, March 16 to 19. This smart move creates a glorious nine-day break for you.
Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha create one of 2026’s best opportunities. Arafah Day is a holy day and a one-day public holiday. It is followed by the three-day Eid Al Adha celebration. Arafah Day will likely fall on Tuesday, May 26. Eid Al Adha is predicted from Wednesday, May 27, to Friday, May 29. Dates will depend entirely on the official moon sighting.
Smart Planning Tip Take just one annual leave day on Monday, May 25. This simple step grants you a rewarding nine-day holiday off work.
Start the new lunar year with another great mini-break soon. The Islamic New Year is predicted for Tuesday, June 16, 2026. The exact date needs official moon sighting confirmation. Take Monday, June 15, off for a relaxing four-day break. A transferable leave rule may also apply pending a Cabinet ruling.
Here is another chance to extend your 2026 downtime planning. The Prophet Mohammed’s birthday is expected Tuesday, August 25. Take Monday, August 24, off for a smooth four-day holiday. This day may also be transferable subject to government approval.
End your year with a spectacular bang in December. The two-day UAE National Day falls on Wednesday and Thursday, December 2 and 3. Taking three annual leave days creates a nine-day break easily. Book Monday, November 30; Tuesday, December 1; and Friday, December 4, off. If the Cabinet transfers the holiday, a four-day weekend is possible. Either way, your 2026 year will close on a very high note.
The number of official days off (holidays) throughout the year 2026 is 12. Therefore, if you only use 11 days of vacation time in 2026, your breaks can encompass a total of 39 days, including any weekends. Thank you all for this mental gymnastics cheat sheet.
Enjoy these predicted holidays with Royal Eagle Tourism today. Book your attractions and Dubai city tour or Abu Dhabi city tour. We expertly deal with visa services and holiday packages. We also offer Umrah services and seamless hotel booking.